This article presents some research evidence taken from the Future Stakeholders Project survey conducted during the academic years 2021/22 and 2022/23 by the Italy-China Competence & Sentiment Observatory (ICCSO), with the aim of probing knowledge, skills and perceptions of Italian university students enrolled in political science and linguistics degree programs aimed toward educational or professional careers expressly or potentially focused on China. The focus here is more specifically on linguistic and cultural skills, highlighting the critical issues and potential strengths of the Italian educational and training system with respect to the strategic goal of boosting the skills necessary for a better understanding of contemporary China.
“Other than condemning the US strikes on Iran, Beijing can be expected to continue treading cautiously in the Middle East’s security issues and would... Read More
“They thought Trump 2.0 was going to be more transactional, possibly more pragmatic, so maybe a more stable relationship. It is not turning out... Read More
“Tutti si aspettavano una posizione cinese che si potrebbe definire una ‘neutralità filo-iraniana’. In realtà è successo tutto l’opposto: è emersa tutta la neutralità... Read More
“Iran needs more than statements at the UN or missile components. It needs air defences and fighter jets, which are things that China could... Read More
“Wang Yi’s phone calls should be read as a way for China to get a better read of the situation. China is probably seeking... Read More
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